Skip the flashy main-road showrooms built for cruise ship buses and wander the quiet back-alley workshops instead. You can commission intricate rings or hammered filigree directly from local smiths for way less than those marked-up Ubud boutique prices. Bring a specific Pinterest reference to get the design right. Arrive before 9am to beat the heat and midday tourist influx. Bring cash and be ready to haggle, or just book a private tour to manage logistics.
